Requesting an Extension of Study financing as a 100% Loan

Please follow this procedure to request an extension of studying in the form of a 100% loan

After exceeding the maximum duration Or Psychology/Medicine students to specialize

The maximum duration of your study financing is dependent on the place of study.

• Netherlands, Curacao and Aruba: maximum: 6 years
• All other countries: maximum: 5 years

If you need additional time to complete your studies then you must request an extension in the form of a 100% loan.

Please login to the portal 

• Enter:

  • The Reason for the study delay or required extension
  • The Duration of the extension
  • Your New expected graduation date

• Upload in pdf format:

  • A letter addressed to the Minister of Education, Culture, Youth and Sport Affairs requesting an extension of your study financing or 100% loan
    • This letter must contain your motivation/reasons for needing an extension.
  • An official document from the school indicating your new expected graduation  date and subject to be completed during this period.
  • A degree audit (Not required for the Netherlands or UK)
  • A copy of your recent grades (Official transcript)
  • Proof of enrollment
  • Information regarding your eligibility for study financing from DUO (The Netherlands)